Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2006-5571 is a remote code execution risk in old CruiseWorks web software. A specially long value sent to the cws.exe script can overflow memory and may let an attacker run code on the server. Evidence does not show current exploitation, but internet-exposed legacy CGI software should be treated seriously. Likely limited to organizations still running CruiseWorks 1.09c or 1.09d with the /scripts/cruise/cws.exe endpoint reachable. Exposure is highest on internet-facing web servers or legacy travel/cruise booking environments that have not been retired or isolated. Treat as high priority only if CruiseWorks remains deployed or exposed. For most organizations, the immediate task is confirmation. If present on an internet-facing system, isolate or retire it promptly while checking vendor guidance. Mitigation focus: Confirm whether CruiseWorks is still deployed anywhere.; Check vendor or maintainer guidance for fixed versions or retirement advice.; Remove internet exposure for affected CruiseWorks systems..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- cruiseworks-scripts-bo(29763)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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